Accelerator Programme Manager, Lloyd's Lab

Lloyd is the world leading insurance and reinsurance marketplace. We share the collective intelligence and risk sharing expertise of the market brightest minds, working together for a braver world. Our role is to inspire courage, so tomorrow progress isn’t limited by today risks. Our shared values: we are brave; we are stronger together; we do the right thing; guide what we do and how we act. If you share our values and our passion to build a future that more sustainable, resilient and inclusive, you’ll find a home at Lloyd – build a braver future with us. Lead, manage and optimize the "No. 1 Finance Innovation Hub in the UK and Insurance Innovation Hub in Europe" as ranked by the Financial Times. This highly influential role leads the accelerator incubator that supports startups through innovation pathways, driving innovation for the Lloyd's market. Our accelerator programmes underpin our InsurTech-driven and Operational Efficiencies innovation pathways, which drive innovation for the Lloyd's market through external technology partnerships to deliver commercial value and operational improvements. Key accountabilities within this role include: Oversee and manage the end-to-end delivery of the Lloyd's Lab Accelerator Programme and Market Services Programme Develop and implement strategic improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of our innovation pathways Lead the design and execution of Lloyd's Lab events, including pitch days, proof of concepts, and networking events Build and maintain the Lloyd's Lab Alumni Network of 150+ graduate companies, ensuring continued engagement Establish and manage strategic partnerships with technology scouts, service providers, and industry experts Act as the primary ambassador for Lloyd's Lab innovation initiatives to InsurTechs, Managing Agents, and the market Provide expert content and briefings on innovation partnerships for senior leadership Identify and cultivate commercial opportunities between market participants and technology partners To be successful in this role, you will need advanced venture building, incubation, and acceleration programme management skills, with a passion for technology innovation and supporting startup/scale-up development at pace. Strong project management capabilities and commercial acumen are essential, along with experience managing proof of concepts with third-party technology providers. Outstanding presentation and relationship skills are required for this globally visible role leading innovation in the Lloyd's market. If you share our values – we are brave; we are stronger together; we do the right thing – and our passion to build a more innovative insurance marketplace, build a braver future with us. #LI-MARKETS #LI-HYBRID Diversity and inclusion are a focus for us – Lloyd aim is to build a diverse, inclusive environment that reflects the global markets we work in. One where everyone is treated with dignity and respect to achieve their full potential. In practice, this means we are positive and inclusive about making workplace adjustments, we offer regular health and wellbeing programmes, diversity and inclusion training, employee networks, mentoring and volunteering opportunities as well as investment into your professional development. You can read more about diversity and inclusion on our website. We understand that our work/life balance is important to us all and that a hybrid of working from the office and home can offer a great level of flexibility.  Flexible working forms part of a total reward approach which offers a host of other benefits over and above the standard offering (generous pension, healthcare, wellbeing etc).  These include financial support for training, education & development, a benefit allowance (to spend on our flexible benefits such as gym membership, dental insurance, extra holiday or to partake in our cycle to work scheme), employee recognition scheme and various employee discount schemes. By choosing Lloyd's, you'll be part of a team that brings together the best minds in the industry, and together with our underwriters and brokers, we create innovative, responsive solutions allowing us to share risk and solve complex problems. Should you require any additional support with your application, or any adjustments, please click the following link; https://cleartalents.com/apply/lloyds-msa1645695881 Please note, clicking on this link does not register your application for the vacancy Lloyd aim is to build a diverse, inclusive environment that reflects the global markets we work in and in which everyone is treated with dignity and respect. We will invest in attracting the best talent to Lloyd, making sure recruitment is targeted at bringing in the skills we need to evolve. We will develop a talent pipeline that provides us with the key capabilities we will need for the future. To also create a culture in which every employee fulfils their full potential, ensuring that leaders role-model the behaviours we expect in ourselves and others.